Happy trip to the northwest

After returning to Xining after the tour, the driver, Master Ma, arranged us one by one and waved us away.

After spending six days together, we parted ways, feeling a little reluctant to part with each other.

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I also traveled to Qinghai the year before last. In comparison, this trip to the northwest was more exciting. There was almost no boring day in the six days. It was really a quality free trip.

Although it was rainy on the first day, walking around Kumbum Monastery in the rain was a unique experience. Different from the temples in the mainland, every temple of Kumbum Monastery is covered with exquisite thangkas. Kangkang, who was traveling with him, touched the butter lamp curiously, not wanting to rub some oil on the back of his hand, which made his hand moist with oil. After using it for a day, Kang said: It is more moisturizing than ordinary skin care products. This hand has Buddha nature.

It was planned to visit Qinghai Lake on the first day, but the rain was too heavy. The driver, Master Da, decisively decided to go back to the hotel and get up early the next day to enter the lake area.

Will it be sunny tomorrow? Without blue sky and white clouds, what else would there be to see in Qinghai Lake?

When I woke up in the morning, the sky was still cloudy, and I couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. Master Da urged everyone to get on the bus and comforted everyone: "Don't worry, it won't rain today."

" Will there be blue sky?" the Sichuan tourist asked worriedly. Master Da replied firmly: Yes, yes.

Master Da was really right. As we approached Qinghai Lake, the clouds above our heads gradually dispersed, the sun shone through the gaps in the clouds, and the green grass and red flowers by the lake immediately became vivid and beautiful. , the lake reflects the large clouds, which is beautiful.

In the early morning of Qinghai Lake, there was no one around. A dozen people "occupied" a scenic spot. Everyone went crazy, running left and right, cheering. The men set up tripods, and the women took out their magic tools for photography. Silk scarves of various colors were floating by the water, by the bridge, and in the green fields, which was really lively.

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To record the beauty of nature, in addition to admiring it, I also take photos. For women, taking pictures means posing, and Chaka Salt Lake is a holy place for women to pose for pictures.

No matter whether you are old or young, fat or thin, you will be rejuvenated when you come to the Sky Mirror. Even the most dignified girl will look at her appearance in front of the camera and become enchanting and charming. There was an obese old woman lying on the edge of the lake with her curves exposed, posing like a drunken concubine lying down. But passers-by were not surprised. In Chaka Salt Lake, it is unusual not to pose for photos.

Who can remain reserved in the face of the mirror of the sky? How can we not give it a try in such a beautiful scenery? Life is long, and there is plenty of time to sit upright.

When you come to Chaka, you have to pose for photos. If you don’t know how to pose, just spread your wings in the wind!

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Say goodbye to Salt Lake and embark on the Silk Road.

After leaving Qinghai, we left the green fields and breeze. On the way to the Mogao Grottoes, the yellow sand and Gobi gradually came into view. The bumpy roads and the grassless wilderness always remind you that this was once an ancient road with lonely camel bells. Walking through Yangguan, I can't help but wonder, if I were to travel through it now, would I be able to see Huo Qubing's bravery and heroic appearance sweeping across thousands of troops?

After crossing the Gobi desert with no human habitation and no signals, we finally arrived at the coveted holy land - Dunhuang.

Queuing up like primary school students, pious like saints, carefully entering each grotto, full of awe, listening to the explanations carefully, sighing, surprised, and regretful.

These murals, which have only been seen in online books and magazines, now appear in front of us. They seem to be no more beautiful than in books and magazines. In the cave without lights, you can only see a few of them with the guide's flashlight. a part.

The commentator said: It’s not that we don’t want to install lights, it’s that we can’t. The murals are too delicate. Every breath taken by tourists and every beam of light entering the grotto will shorten the life of the murals. Therefore, even with a full ticket, you can only see eight caves, and you cannot stay for a long time. I had to go to the exhibition hall to make up for the remaining regrets, but I was short of time and couldn't see everything, so I decisively bought an expensive album and chewed it up when I went back.

Friends strongly requested to watch the situational drama "Meeting Dunhuang Again". I was a little hesitant at first, but when the music started playing and the costumed mural figures slowly approached me along the "Silk Road", I burst into tears for no reason. And out!

The splendid Qin and Han dynasties, the brilliance of the Tang and Song dynasties, no matter how prosperous they are, cannot withstand the erosion of time. Is there still a chance to see those murals that have not been admired?

After walking out of the Mogao Grottoes, a thought came to my mind: "No, I must do it again in the future." Unexpectedly, my fellow travelers said every word before I left my mouth.

The mysterious Mogao Grottoes are so unpredictable and profound that it makes people want to stop.

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Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring are names that sound like thunder. When I got closer to them, I realized that they were neither a mountain nor a spring.

This is the connection point for intimate contact between heaven and man.

Camping at night, lying under the Mingsha Mountain, the warm sand baked my back, my blood vessels were dredged little by little, my fatigue gradually disappeared, and I slept until dawn.

Stepping on the footsteps of the camel team, we climbed to the top with difficulty. When we looked up, the camels were lined up waiting for the sunrise.

There are no surprises at sunrise, but the bonfire party at Mingsha Mountain is the real bliss. Friends from all over the world drank happily, sang and danced to the host's karaoke, and prayed and cheered around the bonfire. Men and women of all ages danced together until the bonfire burned out and the sky was filled with stars.

The most exciting thing was our driver, Brother Dada, who drank heavily, sang and danced wildly, and displayed the pride and frankness of the Northwest people to the fullest.

Master Da is in his early thirties. Although he looks like a social person, he is actually soft and romantic at heart. He currently has a beautiful girlfriend. When he talks about this, he happily shows off his girlfriend’s photos. It’s pure. Gotta be like a kid.

The two accompanying drivers, Da Ma and Master Pony, are not as playful and lively as Dada, but they are just as simple. Master Pony is not good at words, but he loves to laugh. Occasionally, he can make people laugh with a joke.

People who don’t like to talk are more delicate at heart. As long as the guests need something, Master Pony will immediately take care of it, including finding toilets for ladies in the desert.

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The climax of the trip has passed, but there are still surprises one after another. When the colorful Danxia appears, the ladies are full of interest in posing for pictures. The picturesque mountains and the sound of wind. , is most suitable for skirts. The moment the belt flies, it feels very ethereal. The girls just wish they didn't bring all the skirts.

If the skirt is not enough, I will make up for it with a scarf.

Silk scarves are not just for aunties. In the beautiful scenery, girls will also hold their scarves high and practice aerial dance.

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It’s time to say goodbye, and visiting the Qilian Prairie is the last craziness. Master Dada was about to send some tourists to the airport. Before saying goodbye, he did not forget to take photos of the ladies himself. Look at this posture of prostrating yourself to the ground. It’s really pious.

The remaining people are naturally inseparable. But we didn't hug or wave. Our funny gestures were more in line with the situation.

The serious Malaysian master was so amused that he silently recorded and uploaded this "parting of life and death", and his companions burst into laughter.

The strangers who have been together for six days have become familiar with each other because of a common and beautiful memory, and some of them have become friends who talk about everything.

I really didn’t expect that the group of people who were so serious and reserved when they first met turned out to be experienced drivers!

Now everyone is going their separate ways, but they are together on the way home. The men tease each other and show off, while the women praise each other and agree with each other: when we meet in the northwest again one day, we will definitely go further. Have more fun.